Download WhatsApp
Official file from web.whatsapp.com — not modified or re-hosted by us.
Windows version: official download page All files & checksums
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WhatsApp 26.43.20 files
macOS
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Apple Silicon & Intel app (ZIP) .zip Recommended
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About WhatsApp
WhatsApp is Meta’s free messaging and calling app, used by billions of people. The desktop app lets you send messages, make voice and video calls, and share files from your computer, with chats linked to your WhatsApp account on your phone.
On this page you’ll find the official macOS app. On Windows, WhatsApp is distributed through the Microsoft Store — use the “Official download page” link below to get it from WhatsApp.
Best for: Using WhatsApp chats and calls on a computer.
This page offers the macOS app. The Windows app is available from the Microsoft Store via WhatsApp’s official download page.
System requirements
- macOS: macOS 12 Monterey or later · Apple Silicon & Intel
Features
What you can do with WhatsApp
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End-to-end encrypted chats
Personal messages and calls are end-to-end encrypted.
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Voice and video calls
One-to-one and group calls from your computer.
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File sharing
Send documents, photos and videos from your desktop.
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Linked devices
Use WhatsApp on your computer even when your phone is off (after linking).
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Groups and channels
Chat in groups and follow channels.
Safety
Where these links come from
Versions and download addresses are read automatically from winget (Windows) and Homebrew (macOS), the public package catalogues used by millions of developers. We only show a link when it points to the developer’s own official domain, and we never host, repackage or bundle the files — your browser downloads them directly from the developer.
Check the file after downloading (optional)
Compare the SHA-256 checksum shown above with the one of the file you downloaded. If they match, the file is exactly the one published by the developer.
- Windows: open PowerShell in your Downloads folder and run
Get-FileHash .\filename - Mac: open Terminal and run
shasum -a 256 ~/Downloads/filename
Help
WhatsApp: frequently asked questions
Is this the official WhatsApp download?
Yes. The download buttons link directly to the developer’s own servers (web.whatsapp.com). DownloadFrom.net does not host, modify or bundle WhatsApp; we only list the official files and their SHA-256 checksums so you can verify them.
Is WhatsApp Desktop free?
Yes. WhatsApp is free to download and use.
How do I link WhatsApp Desktop to my phone?
Open WhatsApp on your phone, go to Settings → Linked devices → Link a device, and scan the QR code shown on your computer.
Why is there no Windows file here?
WhatsApp distributes its Windows app through the Microsoft Store rather than a standalone installer. The official download page link takes you there.
Alternatives
Alternatives to WhatsApp
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Telegram Desktop
Messaging and file sharing that syncs between phone and computer.
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Signal
Private messaging with strong, default encryption.
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Viber
People whose friends and family already use Viber.
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LibreOffice
Home users, students and organisations who need a full office suite for free.
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Thunderbird
People who want a desktop email app that is free, private and not tied to one provider.
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Obsidian
Writers, students and researchers who want private notes they fully own.